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I don't want to admit it either, but the summer sizzle is over and the fall is finally here. With the inevitably change in season comes the unavoidable transformation of our skin, hair, makeup and wardrobe. Here are some tips to get you hip for the season.

Skin. Pay attention to any changes going on with your complexion so you can adjust your skincare routine accordingly. If you live in a mild fall climate, you can likely get away with using a regimen similar to what you did in the summer months. Once the cooler air blows in, you’ll have to upgrade to more hydrating formulas. Oily skin will become combination skin, and dry complexions will get more parched. Keep a couple of different moisturizers on hand so you're prepared.

Hair. At summer’s end, make sure to pencil in a trip to your stylist. Have those summery highlights darkened and those frizzy, salt watered, chlorined ends trimmed. Giving your hair a richer and more even color and your cut a snappy edge, will jumpstart your fall look.

Make-Up. Your skin tone is obviously deeper in the summer than it is the rest of the year so make sure the foundation you’re using matches your new autumn complexion. Simply apply your foundation and inspect your face in natural light. If you look like a pumpkin or like you fell in mud, it’s too dark. If it looks kind of ashy, well then it’s too light. If you can’t really see the foundation, then it’s perfect. Having two foundations in your stockpile is recommended; one for the peak of winter and another for the zenith of summer. In between seasons, go ahead mix the two together.
Don’t fret you can still look tan, sunny, and gorgeous long after the summer rays fade. Sweep powder bronzer across your cheeks, forehead, down your nose, and on your neck. This creates the healthy glow that you just can’t get from working late at the office.
Quick tip: If your makeup reminds you of sorbet, save it for next summer. Pastel makeup looks out of place in the fall. Instead try neutral colors like plums, grays, and browns.

Wardrobe. Put away the shorts and the lite brite colors. The change in season necessitates heavier, more toned down textural clothing to look chic and pulled together. Go with tones of plums, grays and browns in your attire too, even if you don’t wear make up. Black is also a staple of the winter so make sure you have plenty of it. You can add flair by introducing a more colorful scarf or other accessories, just don’t overdo it.